Looking for something unique to do in Kansas City this 4th of July weekend? Look no further, because Booms and Blooms at Powell Gardens is just the thing! Pack your picnic blanket or lawn chair and dine alfresco amongst the beauty of Powell Gardens, all while enjoying beautiful music! Make sure to get there early so you can soak up all the beauty the gardens... [Read more...]

Kansas City has so many things to do, and plenty of them are free. For instance, you can take a tour of the Boulevard Brewing Co., complete with beer sampling, without spending a dime! Boulevard Brewing Co. has been making specialty beers since 1989, and is the largest specialty brewer in the Midwest! Their permanent selection includes Bully! Porter, Dry Stout,... [Read more...]

Want to know how to save 25% on your grocery bill? According to The Daily Green, we (all Americans) are spending too much on groceries, and not eating much of what we buy. Americans throw away an average of 25% of what we buy- about a pound of food per person, per day. If you find that number staggering, just think for a moment. How many times do you forget... [Read more...]

Thespians, rejoice! The Heart of America Shakespeare Festival is going on right now! This year’s play is King Richard III, Shakespeare's famous historical play about the rise and fall of tyrannical Richard III of England. This amazing festival has been bringing the magic of Shakespeare to Kansas City for 17 years with free productions in Southmoreland Park,... [Read more...]

Multi-platinum recording duo Sugarland will be in Kansas City tomorrow, playing the Sprint Center as part of their Incredible Machine tour. The pair of country music superstars consists of Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush, who met in the Atlanta music scene.  They have produced 5 No.1 singles, and their latest album, Love On The Inside, has sold over a million... [Read more...]

Here at The Ridge at Chestnut, we love pets! We're one of the few apartments that doesn't have a weight limit for dogs (in select units) and our beautifully landscaped grounds make taking the dog for a walk a pleasure instead of a chore! Living in an apartment, it's important to make sure your dog gets enough exercise. If you really want to give your pup a... [Read more...]

We soccer fans are a particularly zealous breed of fan, but never is our collective energy more intense than during the World Cup! It's the largest sporting event in the world- over 715 million people watched the final match in 2006's World Cup! Here's a video to get you in the spirit. Viva Futbol! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BgyJY9yndv4&feature=player_embedded photo... [Read more...]

Enjoy our beautiful landscaping and the warm summer evenings by grilling dinner at our barbecue and picnic area! I love eating outside; it just makes everything taste better. When I ran across this recipe, I realized it would be perfect for a laid-back gathering of friends and family. The recipe for this deliciously spicy chicken dish is from the kitchn. It... [Read more...]

Now that summer is here, try incorporating our pool into your workout routine.  Primer has a list of 5 reasons that swimming is awesome, and I have to agree! 1. It’s fun! As the author points out, “humans are not aquatic by nature and so, just being in a pool is a bit of a strange, neat, and special feeling (dramatizations of Aquaman notwithstanding).” 2.... [Read more...]

Runners from all over the country are descending on Kansas City for the 37th Annual Hospital Hill Run! This exciting event takes place tomorrow morning starting at 7 a.m. There will be a half-marathon, 10k, and wheel chair race. If you've never seen an event like this, you should definitely check it out! Go cheer on the runners-Believe me, they need it! As... [Read more...]

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